Charlotte’s own Larry Farber, “from music lover to industry legend”
rBeatz Radio Interview and Podcast Excerpts
October 2024 – The music industry is largely shaped by people. As specific artists and genres come and go, certain individuals hold it all together. Larry Farber is one such person. From playing in wedding and bar mitzvah bands to creating some of the most celebrated clubs in Charlotte music history, Larry Farber has a fascinating story to tell.
He went to Myers Park High School and grew up in the vibrant Temple Beth El congregation. He loved music from an early age, joining his first band, The Nightcaps, at age 12 and playing in numerous other bands.
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Several decades later, Farber is known to have orchestrated some of Charlotte’s biggest events. Throughout his long career, Larry has booked names like Sheryl Crow, Justin Timberlake, John Legend, Jon Bon Jovi, The B-52’s, Steely Dan, ZZ Top, Diana Ross, Hall & Oates, Willie Nelson, Chicago, Bonnie Raitt, and Jackson Browne.
More than anything else, he’s known for bringing people and musicians together to create once-in-a-lifetime experiences. According to Farber himself, everything starts from a good idea.
Farber recently received the Blumenthal Lifetime Achievement Award from Temple Beth El. He is considered a legend in his hometown. And as you might expect, Larry has some pretty amazing stories to tell.
Listen to the rBeatz podcast for some of those insights and stories.
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